Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA15 · Wiltshire
27
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BA14 · Wiltshire
233
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bradford-on-Avon has less crime — 27 vs 233 incidents in February 2026.
Trowbridge recorded substantially more crime than Bradford-on-Avon in February 2026 — 233 incidents compared to 27, a 8.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Public order (8), while Trowbridge has more Shoplifting (35). Bradford-on-Avon is below the national average while Trowbridge is above, making Bradford-on-Avon the safer choice on this measure.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than Trowbridge — 27 vs 233 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Bradford-on-Avon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bradford-on-Avon saw higher rates of Public order while Trowbridge had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (27 vs 233).